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mirror
The word evokes a sense of symmetry and duplication. When used as a noun, it is a tool for self-examination or vanity, creating a literal double of the observer. This physical property translates into a psychological sense of truth or revelation, where the mirror reveals what is actually present without filter. As a verb, it shifts from a physical reflection to a conceptual one. It describes a relationship of mimicry or synchronization. Whether it is a lake reflecting a mountain or a child imitating a parent, the focus is on the seamless reproduction of a pattern, suggesting a deep connection or an automatic response between two entities.
Countable when referring to the physical object, such as a bathroom mirror or a hand mirror.
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Meanings
A reflective surface, typically of glass with a metallic coating, that forms an image of an object placed in front of it.
"She looked at herself in the mirror before leaving the house."